]]>http://rexcut.com/grinding-blending-aluminum-welds-quickly/feed/0Free Passes for FABTECH 2016http://rexcut.com/free-passes-fabtech-2016/
http://rexcut.com/free-passes-fabtech-2016/#respondThu, 06 Oct 2016 15:38:44 +0000http://rexcut.com/?p=5905Rex-Cut Abrasives will be exhibiting at FABTECH 2016 in Las Vegas, and we would like to extend the offer of free passes for you or your customers. Rex-Cut will be launching a new product at this year’s event, Fusion Quick Change Disc. We will be located at booth N5008, so if you are attending, stop […]

]]>http://rexcut.com/free-passes-fabtech-2016/feed/0Bolster Your Efficiency Working With Stainless Steelhttp://rexcut.com/bolster-efficiency-working-stainless-steel/
http://rexcut.com/bolster-efficiency-working-stainless-steel/#respondWed, 28 Sep 2016 17:11:15 +0000http://rexcut.com/?p=5886Stainless steel has been used in architecture since 1922 and is the material responsible for some of the world’s most recognizable buildings. The top of the Chrysler Building utilizes stainless steel cladding to accentuate its signature Art-Deco style and the eye catching metallic curves in many of Frank Gehry’s famous designs could only be accomplished […]

]]>Stainless steel has been used in architecture since 1922 and is the material responsible for some of the world’s most recognizable buildings. The top of the Chrysler Building utilizes stainless steel cladding to accentuate its signature Art-Deco style and the eye catching metallic curves in many of Frank Gehry’s famous designs could only be accomplished using stainless steel.

There are many reasons why stainless steel has become so popular among architects, and its properties continue to serve modern sensibilities. The diversity of finishes possible on stainless steel serve almost any aesthetic imaginable from completely flat to highly reflective. Perhaps the biggest reason the metal achieved such rapid popularity, though, is because of how formable it is. From sweeping curves to intricate lattice designs, stainless steel is the metal of choice for the most innovative and creative designs in architecture today.

The Lloyd’s building, London

But the advantages of stainless steel go far beyond its visual appeal and versatility. Its self-cleaning properties and resistance to corrosion, rust, and staining give it a longevity that is attractive for buildings expected to enjoy long lifespans. Stainless steel is also enjoying a surge in popularity because of sustainability concerns. Not only does production of stainless steel result in fewer emissions than other metals, it is easily recycled. In fact, it is estimated that 80% of stainless steels are recycled at the end of their lives.

The recyclability of stainless steel makes it sought after by architects seeking LEED certification for buildings. Stainless steel can also be finished to reflect heat away from buildings without causing glare, which reduces energy consumption for climate control. Similar finishing techniques are able to reduce light pollution in environments where that is a concern.

Like all metals, stainless steel must be welded at joints to create shape and structure. To preserve the reasons why architects love stainless steel so much, those welds must be performed with precision to maintain the strength and beauty of the metal. Much of this work must be completed on-site in less than optimal conditions that can involve environmental factors and difficulty in maneuverability.

Grinding and finishing the welds brings the same challenges and boosting the efficiency of the process reduces exposure to risk and costs. One key way to achieve this is by using abrasives that minimize the time spent on each weld and limit the downtime required to change tools.

Sigma Green Max grinding wheels from Rex-Cut Abrasives grind stainless steel welds extremely fast without sacrificing life or finish quality. These high performance grinding discs remove stock fast while running smooth and quiet. Sigma Green Max is engineered to achieve physical balance, eliminating chatter and reducing stress on operators, in turn making it an easy and efficient product to use even on hard to reach welds.

Due to its proprietary grain and bond structure, this aggressive wheel generates low heat, preventing bluing of the metal.

Stainless steel is enjoying the highest growth rate of any material in the world, a trend that can be expected to continue as even more creative architects and designers create landmark structures with aesthetics, durability, and sustainability in mind. Keeping informed of best practices for grinding and finishing welds on stainless steel surfaces keeps fabricators marketable and gives them access to work on the best projects.

]]>http://rexcut.com/bolster-efficiency-working-stainless-steel/feed/0Remove Corrosion and Rust with Quick Change Disc Maxhttp://rexcut.com/removing-corrosion-rust-quick-change-disc-max/
http://rexcut.com/removing-corrosion-rust-quick-change-disc-max/#respondTue, 20 Sep 2016 19:35:42 +0000http://rexcut.com/?p=5875This short video demonstrates Quick Change Disc Max removing corrosion and rust from a rotor. This aggressive quick change disc cleans the steel fast with very minimal disc wear. There are numerous ways of removing corrosion, but we find this way the easiest and most efficient. Tim Borges, North American Distribution Sales Manager, demonstrates how to quickly remove rust and corrosion […]

Rex-Cut Abrasives will be introducing a new line of layered quick change flap discs at FABTECH 2016 in Las Vegas. These premium discs are a quick change version of our highly successful Fusion Interleaf Flap Discs. Fusion discs are designed to grind light weld seams and create a consistent finish in a controlled manner in almost no time.

]]>http://rexcut.com/coming-soon-fusion-quick-change-disc/feed/0Luxury Furniture Welder Relies on Max Flex For Precision and Beautyhttp://rexcut.com/luxury-furniture-welder-relies-max-flex-precision-beauty/
http://rexcut.com/luxury-furniture-welder-relies-max-flex-precision-beauty/#respondWed, 10 Aug 2016 13:19:51 +0000http://rexcut.com/?p=5806Justin Carnagey is not a typical welder. An economist by trade, Mr. Carnagey took up welding as a weekend hobby. He called upon his innate discipline and attention to detail to engage in a self-learning program to become an expert welder. Translation: Mr. Carnagey taught himself the craft by watching YouTube videos and helping neighbors […]

]]>Justin Carnagey is not a typical welder. An economist by trade, Mr. Carnagey took up welding as a weekend hobby. He called upon his innate discipline and attention to detail to engage in a self-learning program to become an expert welder.

Translation: Mr. Carnagey taught himself the craft by watching YouTube videos and helping neighbors fix things like lawnmowers and gardening equipment for practice.

The non-traditional way that Mr. Carnagey learned welding gave him a distinct advantage. Because he was so curious about learning all that he could as quickly as possible, he came across a lot of information that he didn’t need right away but could save for later. Unencumbered by bureaucracy and corporate budget allocations, he was free to experiment with whatever tools caught his attention.

“When I was researching welding techniques, I came across a recommendation for the Rex-Cut Max Flex Type 27 abrasive wheel for finishing fillet welds,” he explains. “I really enjoy crafting decorative pieces where aesthetics are very important, and that means I don’t want fillet welds to show at all. I made a mental note about this cool wheel for when I might need it in the future.”

That time came sooner than Mr. Carnagey expected. As he became more confident in his skills, he advertised his services on the internet. It led to individual jobs here and there, but soon local luxury furniture designer Kurst + Atkins contacted him to ask for help. Before he knew it, he was working 14-hour days on nights and weekends in addition to his full-time job.

The precision on the modern furniture pieces that Kurst + Atkins designs called for totally clean architectural lines and precise corners with virtually no weld fillets showing on the inside or out. Mr. Carnagey also knew that there was no room to compromise on the finish and it had to look perfect every single time.

“I immediately reached for Max Flex because I knew it could both remove welds completely and finish the metal,” says Carnagey. “It was by far the best choice because the only alternatives were specialty flap discs made for carving out fillet welds, but they still leave some curvature behind, which I didn’t want — or regular stone discs, which can do the job, but leave deep scratches and ripple patterns in the metal.”

Not only do Max Flex abrasive wheels give Mr. Carnagey the ability to remove welds and create perfect 90 degree angles, they also blend and leave smooth finishes behind. With Max Flex, he got the grinding ability of a stone wheel and the beautiful finish equivalent to a 180 grit flap disc without ever having to change tools.

Without a staff to help with labor, time was of the essence. “When you’re fulfilling orders from a quality company with real deadlines, efficiency is key. Max Flex does grinds and blends simultaneously, saving me steps and time.”

The timeless beauty of Kurst + Atkins furniture caught the attention of Brooklyn clothier Bindle & Keep, and several pieces can be seen in the documentary Suited, produced by acclaimed Girls creator Lena Dunham.

“I love the quality and speed of Max Flex, and it’s the first wheel I reach for when I want to remove a weld and leave a great finish behind.”

]]>http://rexcut.com/luxury-furniture-welder-relies-max-flex-precision-beauty/feed/0Finish Fillet Welds the Right Way, Every Timehttp://rexcut.com/finish-fillet-welds-right-way-every-time/
http://rexcut.com/finish-fillet-welds-right-way-every-time/#respondWed, 13 Jul 2016 15:49:45 +0000http://rexcut.com/?p=5759Tee joint and lap joint welds are some of the most common welds performed by fabricators today. Both of these common welds, as well as all fillet welds, must be finished properly in order to hold their integrity. Because fillet welds are structural, it is extremely important not to remove too much of the weld […]

]]>Tee joint and lap joint welds are some of the most common welds performed by fabricators today. Both of these common welds, as well as all fillet welds, must be finished properly in order to hold their integrity.

Because fillet welds are structural, it is extremely important not to remove too much of the weld when finishing. Instead, the weld should be reshaped into a radius through blending. Failure to blend these welds compromises the rust proof properties of stainless steel and leaves an unfinished look on other metals. Blending also smoothes the weld, which is important for any surface that comes into contact with people (e.g. handrails, door handles, etc.)

Access is typically the number one issue when it comes to blending fillet welds. Using a die grinder with a type 1 wheel is often impossible; due to the angle the tool must be held. Right angle grinders frequently have the ability to access the weld, but standard type 27 products aren’t ideal for creating a radius. Standard depressed center wheels are rigid and can easily remove too much material. Flap discs can’t create the radius needed because only the face is constructed with usable abrasive material.

Specialized flap discs for fillet weld blending are on the market, but because they are flap discs, life is limited. This isn’t an ideal solution for fabricators that deal in volume or for shops interested in keeping equipment costs down.

But, fabricators using Rex-Cut Type 27 Blending Wheels on right angle grinders have success blending this type of weld easily and economically. This versatile wheel offers four key advantages to make blending fillet welds a breeze:

The Rex-Cut Type 27 Blending Wheel is easily shaped into a curved edge to fit any joint, giving you the perfect radius shape every time. Once dressed, the wheel will hold its shape and can be easily redressed to fit different sized joints or optimize its efficiency.

Grain is embedded throughout the Rex-Cut Type 27 Blending Wheel, making it possible to use the face, edge, and top of the wheel for blending. The entire wheel is constructed of abrasive material, which helps finish welds faster and more evenly.

Rex-Cut Type 27 Blending Wheels are renowned for the excellent and consistent surface finishes that they leave on welds. Fabricators using this wheel can be confident they will get the same finish each time they pick up the wheel.

When it’s time to radius a weld, there’s no need to switch tools; the Rex-Cut Type 27 Blending Wheel can easily handle the job. Finishing fillet welds can be completed from start to finish using only this highly versatile wheel.

For even tighter spaces where right angle grinders can’t reach, we do make mounted points with the same abrasive material as our Type 27 Blending Wheels. These points, run on a die grinder, can even blend welds inside corners of handrails and tubing.

Keeping the structural integrity when finishing fillet welds is important, so is keeping your abrasive budget under control. Users of Rex-Cut Type 27 Blending Wheels know they are using the best tool for the job that makes no concessions when it comes to results.

]]>http://rexcut.com/finish-fillet-welds-right-way-every-time/feed/0Flatbread Machinery Manufacturer: Finding Efficiency by Grinding and Blending Aluminum in One Stephttp://rexcut.com/flatbread-machinery-manufacturer-finding-efficiency-grinding-blending-aluminum-one-step/
http://rexcut.com/flatbread-machinery-manufacturer-finding-efficiency-grinding-blending-aluminum-one-step/#respondMon, 06 Jun 2016 15:01:12 +0000http://rexcut.com/?p=5675Metalworkers know that switching tools during a job is a headache. Facility owners see the bleeding on their balance sheets every day. This is what the country’s largest supplier of pressed flatbread machinery was facing. After the aluminum for its equipment was welded, zirconia flap discs were used to grind down the welds and then […]

]]>Metalworkers know that switching tools during a job is a headache. Facility owners see the bleeding on their balance sheets every day. This is what the country’s largest supplier of pressed flatbread machinery was facing. After the aluminum for its equipment was welded, zirconia flap discs were used to grind down the welds and then surface conditioning wheels were used as a secondary step to remove the scratches and finish the metal.

The malevolent matter of multiplicity

This scenario plays out day after day in metalworking and fabrication shops all around the world. There is really no good way to manage the process when two or more abrasive products are used for a single application. The only options are to:

Arm workers with a single grinder and have them waste time constantly switching between abrasive wheels (wastes production time)

Buy additional grinders and keep them equipped with different wheels so workers can more quickly switch between them (higher capital expenditure to buy extra equipment)

In addition to these immediate problems associated with relying on multiple abrasives, inventory managers must also keep up with multiple SKUs in the storeroom.

Search for efficiency

Multiple finishing steps led this major food equipment manufacturer to look for a way of condensing processes to save time and money. Their research and testing lead to the selection of Rex-Cut’s Type 27 Max Flex wheel. Max Flex gave them the cut they needed when grinding aluminum welds and the finish required for food processing equipment.

The combined grinding and finishing might of Max Flex on aluminum enables operators to start and finish their jobs without ever having to change equipment. The smooth operation of cotton fiber also virtually eliminates vibration, allowing more comfortable and safer conditions for workers.

For this flatbread machinery manufacturer, the simplicity of a single SKU completing the entire process also streamlines inventory in the storeroom. Managers now have the assurance of knowing that so long as Max Flex wheels are in stock, production will continue uninterrupted.

You don’t have to manufacture food equipment to take advantage of the time, safety, and economic benefits of Max Flex. Any metal shop that grinds aluminum welds can realize significant savings by implementing this wheel.

]]>http://rexcut.com/flatbread-machinery-manufacturer-finding-efficiency-grinding-blending-aluminum-one-step/feed/0International Rex-Cut Abrasives Catalogue – Updatedhttp://rexcut.com/rex-cut-abrasives-international-catalogue-now-available/
Mon, 23 May 2016 12:47:06 +0000http://rexcut.com/?p=4218Online Version Available: The 2016 digital International Catalogue features metric measurements, easier to read charts, and the new Quick Change Disc Max. In addition to the PDF version, we now have an interactive online version which can be viewed here. This easy to navigate flip layout is also viewable on iPads, iPhones, Android tablets and phones, Blackberry, […]

]]>Rex-Cut Abrasives Introduces VERSA-CUT, New Premium General Purpose Cut-Off Wheelhttp://rexcut.com/rex-cut-abrasives-introduces-versa-cut-premium-general-purpose-cut-off-wheel/
http://rexcut.com/rex-cut-abrasives-introduces-versa-cut-premium-general-purpose-cut-off-wheel/#commentsMon, 09 May 2016 15:23:52 +0000http://rexcut.com/?p=5530Announcing VERSA-CUT, Our New High Performance General Purpose Cut-Off Wheel At Rex-Cut we are proud to introduce our new general purpose cut-off wheel, VERSA-CUT. Designed to cut all grades of steel, this premium general purpose cut-off wheel also works well on non-ferrous metals and stainless steel. VERSA-CUT has been added to compliment our specialty cut-off wheels, […]

]]>Announcing VERSA-CUT, Our New High Performance General Purpose Cut-Off Wheel
At Rex-Cut we are proud to introduce our new general purpose cut-off wheel, VERSA-CUT. Designed to cut all grades of steel, this premium general purpose cut-off wheel also works well on non-ferrous metals and stainless steel. VERSA-CUT has been added to compliment our specialty cut-off wheels, Alpha Green and Aluminator.

Built with a 0.045-inch cutting edge, VERSA-CUT can be used in almost any cutting application and provide the cutting speed of a thin wheel while maintaining the longevity of thicker options. The premium aluminum oxide grit composition of VERSA-CUT makes it highly effective for free cutting on both carbon and stainless steel without bogging down, eliminating the need to store multiple SKUs for different applications. VERSA-CUT is also reinforced with fiberglass resinoid, guaranteeing the safest cut possible.

“We have been receiving requests from our customers for a long time to provide a general purpose cut-off wheel that offers the same performance and value of our other product lines,” said Bob Costa, Vice President of Rex-Cut. “VERSA-CUT is our answer to that demand and we are proud to launch this new wheel giving shops a quality general purpose cut-off wheel option.”

Like all Rex-Cut cut-off wheels, VERSA-CUT is manufactured in the United States under stringent quality control measures. It is available immediately through Rex-Cut’s network of distributors. Find a distributor close to you here.